Thanks for support in school’s sad loss

YES my wife shot herself (“Shock death of well-known Port Elizabeth doctor’s wife”, (August 22)! But if your sensation-seeking reporter had got the facts correct I would not have to reply to his and your disgusting front page article.

Something fishy about electricity tariffs

ELECTRICITY tariffs went up in July, however I would like to warn unsuspecting consumers that we are being overcharged (ripped off). According to NMMM, the new stepped tariffs for domestic use are: up to 350kw = R0.91 per unit; 350 to 600 = R1.09 per unit and 600 or more = R1.29 per unit.

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Sensational article leads to lack of trust in paper

WE would like to express our disappointment, shock and disgust at your article entitled “Shock death of well-known Port Elizabeth doctor’s wife” (August 22).

Disgusted at insensitivity

WE are so disgusted with the insensitive front page report on the death of Gail van Heerden.

Stop cattle roaming in U’hage cemetery

THE article by Mkhululi Ndamase, regarding desecrated graves in the Bay, refers (“Roaming cattle desecrate graves in the Bay”, August 15). I respectfully ask that similar problems in Uitenhage are highlighted.

DA letter politicking

THE letter by the DA councillor for Ward 6 NMBM (“Kabuso report delay unacceptable”, August 16) is nothing other than an attempt by the DA to score cheap political points.

Sensational article leads to lack of trust in paper

WE would like to express our disappointment, shock and disgust at your article entitled “Shock death of well-known Port Elizabeth doctor’s wife” (August 22).

Enraged, saddened by deaths

I AM enraged and at the same time deeply saddened by the senseless killing of innocent and law-abiding citizens in the Sundays River Valley, in the last two weeks – men who spent a lifetime in this region (“Kirkwood man, 71, beaten to death”, August 22). This scourge must be stopped and culprits must be brought to book, as is rightly being done.

Give details of probe

THERE are many rumours about this Kabuso report that say the report was investigated, and all the people and companies in the report have been cleared of any wrongdoing.

Politicians accountable for the deaths

THE killing of 34 Marikana miners by police will project a bad image in the global arena.

Not good enough

SO the Kings need at least three years to get their team in ship-shape condition for Super Rugby (“It’s official! Kings to play Super 15” (August 17). Really?

Weren’t promoted

I THINK Algoa fm is a bit misleading with its advertisement about the EP Kings taking part in the Super 15 competition next year, using the words “promotion to the Super 15”. The word promotion implies that you have earned the right to take part.

Miners work in poor conditions for a small wage

AN important aspect has been overlooked among the chaos that resulted from the killing of 34 miners at Lonmin’s Marikana platinum mine: the inhuman underground working conditions of miners and especially of rock drillers (the current striking miners).

Rapist not employed by music firm

WE would like to point out that Iain McLaggan does not have any full-time employment arrangement or agreement at TwoTone Music.

Squabbling by ANC seriously affecting Bay

THE ANC squabbling has become a sick joke. As a member of the Port Elizabeth community and a ratepayer, I feel the need to register not only my sadness, but also my dismay and unhappiness as I watch the total disintegration of our beautiful city.

Police had to defend themselves

I AM puzzled by the reaction of minority parties in parliament to the Lonmin mine incident.

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THE violence in South Africa starts from our leaders. Unions allow strikers to carry weapons. Even our president calls for his machine gun!

Action against mayor like that of dictatorships

THE shocking front page article on metro mayor Zanoxolo Wayile who was locked in and instructed to resign (“Power struggle sees mayor locked in, ordered to resign”, August 14) told of what must be an unprecedented event in any country currently claiming to be a democracy.

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Voters actually letting SA

THE letter from Zweledinga Mark Nondumo with the header “Mr Zuma, you’re letting SA down” (August 15) highlighted a few of the problems facing this country under the present government. But I was wondering whether it is not the voters who have actually let South Africa down?

Boks’ good win made us proud

THE Boks made us proud over the weekend following their 27-6 win against Argentina.

Kazi killing senseless

THE senseless attack on Mohamed Faiyaz Kazi, which resulted in his demise, smacks of racism and carries the stench of “Islamophobia” (“‘Why did they want to kill us?'”, August 10). To further call Kazi “Bin Laden” and later “k*****” clearly states the motive of this senseless killing.

Inaction on poaching

IT seems obvious there are two main issues relating to rhino poaching: firstly, the organised and/or random poaching of rhinos for their horns and secondly, the market for the “product”, which mainly seems to be China. The South African government seems to be suffering from total paraplegia when dealing with the first problem.

Incident brewing for some time

IN scenes reminiscent of the Sharpeville massacre of 1960, the nation was horrified by TV footage of mine workers being fired upon by heavily armed police at the Lonmin Marikana mine. While we will have to await the outcome of a commission of inquiry, we can reveal certain irrefutable facts.

Protesters acting illegally

UNFORTUNATELY, common sense is seemingly lacking in the heads of President Jacob Zuma and his advisers.

Drainage of road urgent

THE Nelson Mandela Bay Metropole and the province must get together to find a solution to the Seaview road crisis (“No solution to flooded road in PE”, August 20), as both institutions are involved.

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THOSE who are dumping rubbish/black bags in Truro Crescent off Riverstone Road), you are being watched! Vehicle registration numbers are noted and reported to authorities. Expect summonses.

Miners desperate to be heard

THE Lonmin mine deaths and injuries over the past two weeks speak of an underlying desperation on the part of the rock drill operators employed there, who seek a substantial jump in remuneration. Also the turf war between trade unions NUM and AMCU for mine worker membership dominance and control of negotiating power has spiralled out of control.

Legal action a huge setback to doctor involved

IT is with regret that I read the article, “PE doctor hit with huge fine” (August 15). I do not know the merits of the case, but my sympathies toward the patient for presumably experiencing an unfortunate adverse event.

Why doesn’t ANC act against Faku?

WHY does the ANC not act against Nceba Faku? The problems of the Nelson Mandela Bay region can easily be traced, and yet the provincial and national leaders of the ANC are not willing to take any action against this man.

Medical aid contributions for Bay clinic staff paid

I AM responding to the letter, “Bay clinic system near to collapse” (August 7), from councillor Francois Greyling of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality. He must not short-change the public by not stating facts in so far as the medical aid contribution by the municipality and the department is concerned.

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Schools overcome problems

YES, it is true that the education system is under huge strain, what with either non- or wrong delivery of books, collapsing infrastructure, vandalism of classrooms and toilets, large classes and non-payment of teachers. Poverty among the pupils is also a great challenge.

Action irresponsible

I HAVE never met or spoken to Dr Karl Muller and I am not aware of all the facts. To fine a doctor R20000 for something that can happen to any doctor ( “PE doctor hit with huge fine”, August 15) and also label him publicly as a hooligan is irresponsible.

Leaders battle it out while Bay ship sinks fast

WHILE the commander of the metro ship, mayor Zanoxolo Wayile, is in fierce battle with the “second” mayor of the metro, Nceba Faku, the ship is sinking very fast!

Reminder to teachers

I REMIND teachers that corporal punishment is illegal.

Appalled at GP named hooligan

I AM appalled at your naming of a Port Elizabeth general practitioner (GP) as hooligan of the day.